Location: Alton
Top Things to do in Alton
Top 5 Fun Activities & Games in Alton, Illinois (IL)
Alton is a city on the Mississippi River in Madison County, Illinois, United States, about 15 miles (24 km) north of St. Louis, Missouri. The population was 27,865 at the 2010 census. It is a part of the Metro-East region of the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area. It is famous for its limestone bluffs along the river north of the city, for its role preceding and during the American Civil War, and as the hometown of jazz musician Miles Davis and Robert Wadlow, the tallest known person in history. It was the site of the last Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas debate in October 1858. The former state penitentiary here was used during the war to hold up to 12,000 Confederate prisoners of war.
Restaurants in Alton
1. Bowl Haven Lanes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
It's just FUN! We are a family-fun facility with a friendly staff, ready to serve your needs!Join us any night of the week for specials like cosmic bowling, theme nights, and much more! Let's not forget about our seasonal leagues! We have many different options based upon age groups, including bumper leagues for the youngest little bowlers - where nobody sits on the bench! Fun and opportunity await at Spectators; have a seat in one of our oversized couches in the Spectator's conversation lounge. Our warm and inviting lounge has flat screens, game machines, and more. Take a front row seat at the bar and order a cold beer and some snacks while you cheer on your favorite team. If gaming is more up your alley, try your luck at one of our touch screens. Many have already won big on our machines! Spectators hosts the nicest gaming parlor in the greater Alton area.
2. Alton Room Escape
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Fun team-building for friends, family, and colleagues to try and "escape" the room in 60 minutes! Our rooms are challenging and fun for all ages, and are not scary or creepy. Choose from two different escape games, uniquely designed and highly-rated by our customers, that will push you to think outside the box! Make your booking online in advance on our website. Games available Monday through Saturday, and limited hours on Sunday. During the school year we are open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, or by request during the week - just give us a call.
Reviewed By RRaccoon72 - Saint Louis, United States
First time I’ve tried an escape room. Five adults ranging from 29 to 60+ years old in our group. All of us had a great experience! The youngest person was the only one who had any previous experience with escape rooms. She said this is the best of the three she has tried. The owner/operator and his wife designed and built the well decorated rooms. Since it was a first time experience for most of us, we tried the moderate level of the “Captain’s Quarters.” The puzzles were not too easy and not so difficult as to make it frustrating. Plus you can ask for a hint whenever you want assistance. The challenges were well designed — you don’t get a clue to locate a key that opens a box that has another clue for another key to another box, etc. Each of the puzzles are unique and many require teamwork. You play only with the people you have in your group and others are not added to your group. Cost for admission was very reasonable. All of us are looking forward to doing another room! Oh yeah, we were successful in escaping!
3. Party On Broadway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Party On Broadway (POB) is the Riverbend’s local Paint~N~Sip Studio. We are located in downtown Alton, IL and opened in February of 2015 with the goal of inspiring people to be creative and to let who they are come through in their projects.
4. Argosy Casino Alton
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By jbsoccr03
Plenty of vintage slots with some newer ones mixed in. Easy to get in and out of. Friendly environment and simple layout
